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- 07/31/2022 at 2:32 PM
  iLoveDaisy
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  Daisy has a patch of flaky skin on her back. It is about 1″ x 1″. Its just a patch where her skin is flaky and dry. I heard that it could be skin mites. Could skin mites be seen? Is there a possibility it could just be dry skin?
- 07/31/2022 at 3:03 PM
  LBJ10
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  Do you have a photo?
- 07/31/2022 at 3:53 PM
  iLoveDaisy
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  Here’s my pictures:
  
  https://pin.it/6E3Gnki
  
  I couldn’t put it on here through Binky Bunny, so its through my Pinterest
- 07/31/2022 at 3:55 PM
  Wick & Fable
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  That looks like a pretty dense amount to just be dried skin — I’d have her assessed by a vet. Please do not attempt to self-diagnose/-medicate for skin-related ailments at home, as there are many flea/mite treatments advertised as safe for dogs/cats that are actually toxic/lethal for rabbits.
  
  As a PSA, any medication containing fipronil should NOT be used on rabbits.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 07/31/2022 at 4:02 PM
  iLoveDaisy
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  Would over the counter ivermectin be safe for rabbits?
- 07/31/2022 at 4:06 PM
  iLoveDaisy
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  Sorry I meant Revolution. If gone untreated could it be harmful?
- 07/31/2022 at 6:24 PM
  Wick & Fable
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  Anything left untreated will naturally get worse — there are very little things in the pet rabbit world that are self-resolving.
  
  Revolution is rabbit-safe; however, as I mention, please do not attempt to self-medicate your rabbit without having them seen by a rabbit-savvy vet to confirm what is actually going on, in addition to receiving educated guidance on dosage if they do indeed believe your rabbit needs to be treated for mites.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 07/31/2022 at 7:30 PM
  LBJ10
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  I agree with Wick. That looks like more than just dry skin. If it’s mites, then you will want to have them identified. Some medications are ineffective against certain types of mites. Yes, both ivermectin and Revolution are considered safe for rabbits. A vet will be able to advise you on an appropriate treatment depending on the mite. Oftentimes it takes more than one application at a specific interval.
  
  PSA – Never use anything containing fipronil on a rabbit.
- 08/01/2022 at 10:17 AM
  iLoveDaisy
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  Thank you, I scheduled a vet visit for Daisy. Its in 2 days.
- 08/01/2022 at 10:35 AM
  Bam
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  I agree with the others, it looks like fur mites. My Bam had the type of fur mites that are called cheyletiella parasitovorax. The infestation looked exactly like Daisy’s. Selamectin (Revolution) or ivermectin will help swiftly. I did one repeat treatment after 2-3 weeks, really bad infestations can require a 3rd round of antiparasitics. I never saw any trace of mites again on Bam.
  
  Rabbits often get these mites from their mum when they’re babies, and practically all rabbits carry them, but in so low numbers that they never become symptomatic. Pretty much any form of stress (even the “stress” of molting) can give the mites the opportunity to multiply.
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